Administrative Assistant I - Confidential (ID TBD) - Open

Administrative Assistant I
- Confidential

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant I
- Confidential. Typically reporting to a Director, the Administrative Assistant I provides a wide variety of administrative and technical clerical duties for an assigned administrator; assigned tasks may include assisting with budget(s), preparing reports, and special projects. The current assignment is located in San Diego, CA as part of the Human Resources department in the Human Resources Services division within SDCOE.

Please note that while this current assignment is for the location listed, employees of SDCOE may be administratively reassigned to other locations based on organizational needs.

This position requires a combination of education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of administrative assistant or secretarial support experience. Course work in advanced secretarial, communications, business or a related field is desirable. This position is part of the SDCOE confidential support employee group and will receive all rights and benefits of SDCOE confidential employees, including a 5% confidential stipend.

To be considered for this position, please individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

• Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position
• Copies of transcripts you wish to be considered
• Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered

Applications will be reviewed, and candidates whose qualifications most closely match the classification requirements will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process. The examination process may consist of one or more of the following examination components: a multiple-choice examination, an oral examination, a written examination, a practical demonstration, a performance examination, and/or a technical evaluation of the application.

The results of this recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six (6) months, or until the list is terminated.

For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.

Join our amazing team! The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.

Diversity Statement:
Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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Final date to receive applications 8/28/2026 3:00 PM Pacific (see EDJOIN for posting deadline updates)

Salary Pay Range $56,727.00 - $72,399.00 Annually